The University of Queensland

Handbook of phytonutrients in indigenous fruits and vegetables

Dharini Sivakumar, Yasmina Sultanbawa and Michael Netzel eds. (2022). Handbook of phytonutrients in indigenous fruits and vegetables. Boston, MA, United States: CABI. doi: 10.1079/9781789248043.0000

Gumby Gumby (Pittosporum angustifolium)

Thi Phan, Anh Dao, Sivakumar, Dharini, Cozzolino, Daniel, Netzel, Michael E. and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2022). Gumby Gumby (Pittosporum angustifolium). Handbook of Phytonutrients in Indigenous Fruits and Vegetables. (pp. 11-26) London, United Kingdom: CABI. doi: 10.1079/9781789248067.0002

Nutritional and health benefits of temperate fruits

Bvenura, Callistus, Hermaan, Ngemakwe Nitcheu Patrick, Chen, Lingyun and Sivakumar, Dharini (2018). Nutritional and health benefits of temperate fruits. Postharvest Biology and Technology of Temperate Fruits. (pp. 51-75) Cham, Switzerland: Springer. doi: 10.1007/978-3-319-75163-4_3

Influence of Photoselective Shade Nettings on Postharvest Quality of Vegetables

Sivakumar, Dharini and Jifon, John (2018). Influence of Photoselective Shade Nettings on Postharvest Quality of Vegetables. Preharvest Modulation of Postharvest Fruit and Vegetable Quality. (pp. 121-138) London, United Kingdom: Academic Press. doi: 10.1016/B978-0-12-809807-3.00005-6

Biological Activity of Chitosan Nanoparticles Against Pathogenic Fungi and Bacteria

Sotelo-Boyás, María Elena, Bautista-Baños, Silvia, Correa-Pacheco, Zormy N., Jiménez-Aparicio, Antonio and Sivakumar, Dharini (2016). Biological Activity of Chitosan Nanoparticles Against Pathogenic Fungi and Bacteria. Chitosan in the Preservation of Agricultural Commodities. (pp. 339-349) Cambridge, MA United States: Academic Press. doi: 10.1016/B978-0-12-802735-6.00013-6

Integrated Application of Chitosan Coating with Different Postharvest Treatments in the Control of Postharvest Decay and Maintenance of Overall Fruit Quality

Sivakumar, Dharini, Bill, Malick, Korsten, Lise and Thompson, Keith (2016). Integrated Application of Chitosan Coating with Different Postharvest Treatments in the Control of Postharvest Decay and Maintenance of Overall Fruit Quality. Chitosan in the Preservation of Agricultural Commodities. (pp. 127-153) Cambridge, MA United States: Academic Press. doi: 10.1016/B978-0-12-802735-6.00005-7

Litchi (Litchi chinensis Sonn.)

Sivakumar, D. and Korsten, L. (2011). Litchi (Litchi chinensis Sonn.). Postharvest Biology and Technology of Tropical and Subtropical Fruits: Cocona to Mango. (pp. 361-407) Elsevier Ltd.. doi: 10.1533/9780857092885.361

Rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum L.)

Wall, M. M., Sivakumar, D. and Korsten, L. (2011). Rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum L.). Postharvest Biology and Technology of Tropical and Subtropical Fruits. Elsevier Ltd. doi: 10.1533/9780857092618.312

In-vitro colonic fermentation of Kakadu plum (Terminalia ferdinandiana) fruit powder: microbial biotransformation of phenolic compounds and cytotoxicity

Adiamo, Oladipupo Q., Bobasa, Eshetu M., Phan, Anh Dao Thi, Akter, Saleha, Seididamyeh, Maral, Dayananda, Buddhi, Gaisawat, Mohd Baasir, Kubow, Stan, Sivakumar, Dharini and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2024). In-vitro colonic fermentation of Kakadu plum (Terminalia ferdinandiana) fruit powder: microbial biotransformation of phenolic compounds and cytotoxicity. Food Chemistry, 448 139057, 139057. doi: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.139057

Physicochemical, antioxidant and microbial stability of Burdekin plum leathers

Chen, Gengning, Olarte Mantilla, Sandra Milena, Netzel, Michael E., Cozzolino, Daniel, Sivakumar, Dharini and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2024). Physicochemical, antioxidant and microbial stability of Burdekin plum leathers. International Journal of Food Science and Technology, 59 (4), 2716-2726. doi: 10.1111/ijfs.17023

Utilizing Xanthan Gum Coatings as Probiotic Bacteria Carriers to Enhance Postharvest Quality and Antioxidants in Fresh-Cut Cantaloupe and Honeydew (Cucumis melo L.) Melons

Chikhala, Tshudufhadzo, Seke, Faith, Slabbert, Retha M., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2024). Utilizing Xanthan Gum Coatings as Probiotic Bacteria Carriers to Enhance Postharvest Quality and Antioxidants in Fresh-Cut Cantaloupe and Honeydew (Cucumis melo L.) Melons. Foods, 13 (6) 940, 940. doi: 10.3390/foods13060940

Phytonutritional composition and antioxidant properties of Southern African, purple-fleshed sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lam.) storage roots

Ngcobo, Ayanda A., Mianda, Sephora Mutombo, Seke, Faith, Sunette, Laurie M. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2024). Phytonutritional composition and antioxidant properties of Southern African, purple-fleshed sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lam.) storage roots. Antioxidants, 13 (3) 338, 1-21. doi: 10.3390/antiox13030338

Brassica microgreens cabbage (<i>Brassica oleracea</i>), radish (<i>Raphanus sativus</i>) and rocket (<i>Eruca vesicaria</i>) (L.) Cav: application of red‐light emitting diodes lighting during postharvest storage and <i>in vitro</i> digestion on bioactive compounds and antioxidant activity

Ntsoane, Manyasha L. L., Manhivi, Vimbainashe E., Shoko, Tinotenda, Seke, Faith, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2024). Brassica microgreens cabbage (Brassica oleracea), radish (Raphanus sativus) and rocket (Eruca vesicaria) (L.) Cav: application of red‐light emitting diodes lighting during postharvest storage and in vitro digestion on bioactive compounds and antioxidant activity. International Journal of Food Science & Technology, 59 (3), 1432-1442. doi: 10.1111/ijfs.16890

The phytonutrient content and yield of Brassica microgreens grown in soilless media with different seed densities

Ntsoane, Manyasha L. L., Manhivi, Vimbainashe E., Shoko, Tinotenda, Seke, Faith, Maboko, Martin M. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2023). The phytonutrient content and yield of Brassica microgreens grown in soilless media with different seed densities. Horticulturae, 9 (11) 1218. doi: 10.3390/horticulturae9111218

In Vitro Antioxidant Activity, Bioaccessibility, and Thermal Stability of Encapsulated Strawberry Fruit (Fragaria × ananassa) Polyphenols

Seke, Faith, Adiamo, Oladipupo Q., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2023). In Vitro Antioxidant Activity, Bioaccessibility, and Thermal Stability of Encapsulated Strawberry Fruit (Fragaria × ananassa) Polyphenols. Foods, 12 (21) 4045, 4045. doi: 10.3390/foods12214045

A review of phytochemicals and bioactive properties in the Proteaceae family: a promising source of functional food

Zhang, Jiale, Netzel, Michael E., Pengelly, Andrew, Sivakumar, Dharini and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2023). A review of phytochemicals and bioactive properties in the Proteaceae family: a promising source of functional food. Antioxidants, 12 (11) 1952, 1-32. doi: 10.3390/antiox12111952

Editorial: Women in food chemistry

Sultanbawa, Yasmina, Sivakumar, Dharini and Iskandar, Michele (2023). Editorial: Women in food chemistry. Frontiers in Nutrition, 10 1227558, 1-2. doi: 10.3389/fnut.2023.1227558

Domesticated Australian Wattle seeds (Acacia species): nutritional values, techno‐functional properties, and toxicological assessments after roasting

Adiamo, Oladipupo Q., Phan, Anh Dao Thi, Akter, Saleha, Sivakumar, Dharini, Seke, Faith, Cunningham, Peter and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2023). Domesticated Australian Wattle seeds (Acacia species): nutritional values, techno‐functional properties, and toxicological assessments after roasting. International Journal of Food Science and Technology, 59 (1), 573-583. doi: 10.1111/ijfs.16572

Influence of fermentation on functional properties and bioactivities of different cowpea leaf smoothies during in vitro digestion

Moloto, Mapula R., Akinola, Stephen A., Seke, Faith, Shoko, Tinotenda, Sultanbawa, Yasmina, Shai, Jerry L., Remize, Fabienne and Sivakumar, Dharini (2023). Influence of fermentation on functional properties and bioactivities of different cowpea leaf smoothies during in vitro digestion. Foods, 12 (8) 1701, 1-20. doi: 10.3390/foods12081701

Bioactive properties of Kakadu plum-blended products

Zhou, Yuntao, Phan, Anh Dao Thi, Akter, Saleha, Bobasa, Eshetu Mulisa, Seididamyeh, Maral, Sivakumar, Dharini and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2023). Bioactive properties of Kakadu plum-blended products. Molecules, 28 (6) 2828, 1-18. doi: 10.3390/molecules28062828

Comparative study of the functional compounds and antioxidant properties of different cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) leaf cultivars after in vitro digestion

Seke, Faith, Moloto, Mapula R., Shoko, Tinotenda, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2023). Comparative study of the functional compounds and antioxidant properties of different cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) leaf cultivars after in vitro digestion. International Journal of Food Science and Technology, 58 (3), 1089-1097. doi: 10.1111/ijfs.16250

Quality assessment of Burdekin plum (Pleiogynium timoriense) during ambient storage

Chen, Gengning, Netzel, Michael E., Mantilla, Sandra Milena Olarte, Phan, Anh Dao Thi, Netzel, Gabriele, Sivakumar, Dharini and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2023). Quality assessment of Burdekin plum (Pleiogynium timoriense) during ambient storage. Molecules, 28 (4) 1608, 1-22. doi: 10.3390/molecules28041608

Valorisation of three underutilised native Australian plants: phenolic and organic acid profiles and in vitro antimicrobial activity

Seididamyeh, Maral, Phan, Anh Dao Thi, Sivakumar, Dharini, Netzel, Michael E., Mereddy, Ram and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2023). Valorisation of three underutilised native Australian plants: phenolic and organic acid profiles and in vitro antimicrobial activity. Foods, 12 (3) 623, 1-24. doi: 10.3390/foods12030623

Efficacy of Lactic Acid Bacteria as a Biocontrol Agent against Anthracnose (Persea americana Miller) Decay in Avocado (Persea americana) cv Fuerte Fruit

Mpeluza, Azola Siwaphiwe, Akinola, Stephen Abiola, Shoko, Tinotenda, Remize, Fabienne and Sivakumar, Dharini (2023). Efficacy of Lactic Acid Bacteria as a Biocontrol Agent against Anthracnose (Persea americana Miller) Decay in Avocado (Persea americana) cv Fuerte Fruit. Agriculture, 13 (2), 269. doi: 10.3390/agriculture13020269

Effect of lactic acid fermentation on the quality and phytochemical constituent in smoothies made from the leaves of different sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas L.) cultivars

Mashitoa, Florence M., Akinola, Stephen A., Shoko, Tinotenda, Seke, Faith, Sunette, Laurie M., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2023). Effect of lactic acid fermentation on the quality and phytochemical constituent in smoothies made from the leaves of different sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas L.) cultivars. International Journal of Food Science and Technology, 58 (9), 4697-4714. doi: 10.1111/ijfs.16576

Editorial: phytochemical changes in vegetables during post-harvest storage and processing, and implications for consumer benefits

Sivakumar, Dharini, Sultanbawa, Yasmina, Cooperstone, Jessica L. and Ziv, Carmit (2022). Editorial: phytochemical changes in vegetables during post-harvest storage and processing, and implications for consumer benefits. Frontiers in Nutrition, 9 1025361, 1-2. doi: 10.3389/fnut.2022.1025361

Impact of Different Rootstocks on Antioxidant Properties and Volatile Profile of Honeydew Melons (Cucumis melo L.) during Postharvest Storage

Lecholocholo, Nkamo, Shoko, Tinotenda, Manhivi, Vimbainashe E., Akinola, Stephen A., Maboko, Martin M. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2022). Impact of Different Rootstocks on Antioxidant Properties and Volatile Profile of Honeydew Melons (Cucumis melo L.) during Postharvest Storage. Agronomy, 12 (10), 2498. doi: 10.3390/agronomy12102498

The Bioaccessibility and Antioxidant Activities of Fermented Mango Cultivar Juices after Simulated In Vitro Digestion

Cele, Nobahle P., Akinola, Stephen A., Shoko, Tinotenda, Manhevi, Vimbainashe E., Remize, Fabienne and Sivakumar, Dharini (2022). The Bioaccessibility and Antioxidant Activities of Fermented Mango Cultivar Juices after Simulated In Vitro Digestion. Foods, 11 (17), 2702. doi: 10.3390/foods11172702

In vitro release of anthocyanins from microencapsulated natal plum (Carissa macrocarpa) phenolic extract in alginate/psyllium mucilage beads

Seke, Faith, Manhivi, Vimbainashe E., Slabbert, Retha M., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2022). In vitro release of anthocyanins from microencapsulated natal plum (Carissa macrocarpa) phenolic extract in alginate/psyllium mucilage beads. Foods, 11 (17) 2550, 1-17. doi: 10.3390/foods11172550

Enhanced nutritional and phytochemical profiles of selected underutilized fruits, vegetables, and legumes

Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2022). Enhanced nutritional and phytochemical profiles of selected underutilized fruits, vegetables, and legumes. Current Opinion in Food Science, 46 100853, 100853. doi: 10.1016/j.cofs.2022.100853

Hydrolysable tannins, physicochemical properties, and antioxidant property of wild-harvested Terminalia ferdinandiana (exell) fruit at different maturity stages

Phan, Anh Dao Thi, Zhang, Jiale, Seididamyeh, Maral, Srivarathan, Sukirtha, Netzel, Michael E., Sivakumar, Dharini and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2022). Hydrolysable tannins, physicochemical properties, and antioxidant property of wild-harvested Terminalia ferdinandiana (exell) fruit at different maturity stages. Frontiers in Nutrition, 9 961679, 961679. doi: 10.3389/fnut.2022.961679

Antioxidant Activities of Co-Encapsulated Natal Plum (Carissa macrocarpa) Juice Inoculated with Ltp. plantarum 75 in Different Biopolymeric Matrices after In Vitro Digestion

Seke, Faith, Manhivi, Vimbainashe E., Guerin, Marie, Shoko, Tinotenda, Akinola, Stephen A., Garcia, Cyrielle, Remize, Fabienne, Slabbert, Retha M. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2022). Antioxidant Activities of Co-Encapsulated Natal Plum (Carissa macrocarpa) Juice Inoculated with Ltp. plantarum 75 in Different Biopolymeric Matrices after In Vitro Digestion. Foods, 11 (14), 2116. doi: 10.3390/foods11142116

Metabolomic and chemometric profiles of ten southern African indigenous fruits

Nkosi, Nompumelelo J., Shoko, Tinotenda, Manhivi, Vimbainashe E., Slabbert, Retha M., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2022). Metabolomic and chemometric profiles of ten southern African indigenous fruits. Food Chemistry, 381 132244, 1-10. doi: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2022.132244

Comparison of Caffeoylquinic Acids and Functional Properties of Domestic Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lam.) Storage Roots with Established Overseas Varieties

Phahlane, Charmaine J., Laurie, Sunette M., Shoko, Tinotenda, Manhivi, Vimbainashe E. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2022). Comparison of Caffeoylquinic Acids and Functional Properties of Domestic Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lam.) Storage Roots with Established Overseas Varieties. Foods, 11 (9), 1329. doi: 10.3390/foods11091329

Coating properties, resistance response, molecular mechanisms and anthracnose decay reduction in green skin avocado fruit (‘Fuerte’) coated with chitosan hydrochloride loaded with functional compounds

Osondu, Hasten Aloy A, Akinola, Stephen A., Shoko, Tinotenda, Pillai, Sreejarani Kesavan and Sivakumar, Dharini (2022). Coating properties, resistance response, molecular mechanisms and anthracnose decay reduction in green skin avocado fruit (‘Fuerte’) coated with chitosan hydrochloride loaded with functional compounds. Postharvest Biology and Technology, 186 111812, 111812. doi: 10.1016/j.postharvbio.2021.111812

A comparison of bioactive metabolites, antinutrients, and bioactivities of African pumpkin leaves (Momordica balsamina L.) cooked by different culinary techniques

Mashiane, Petunia, Shoko, Tinotenda, Manhivi, Vimbainashe, Slabbert, Retha, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2022). A comparison of bioactive metabolites, antinutrients, and bioactivities of African pumpkin leaves (Momordica balsamina L.) cooked by different culinary techniques. Molecules, 27 (6) 1901. doi: 10.3390/molecules27061901

Phenolic compounds suppress anthracnose decay by enhancing antifungal properties and biochemical defence responses in avocado fruit

Osondu, Hasten Aloy Alozie, Akinola, Stephen Abiola, Shoko, Tinotenda and Sivakumar, Dharini (2022). Phenolic compounds suppress anthracnose decay by enhancing antifungal properties and biochemical defence responses in avocado fruit. Journal of Plant Pathology, 104 (2), 711-720. doi: 10.1007/s42161-022-01085-3

Influence of Lactic Acid Bacterium Strains on Changes in Quality, Functional Compounds and Volatile Compounds of Mango Juice from Different Cultivars during Fermentation

Cele, Nobahle P., Akinola, Stephen A., Manhivi, Vimbainashe E., Shoko, Tinotenda, Remize, Fabienne and Sivakumar, Dharini (2022). Influence of Lactic Acid Bacterium Strains on Changes in Quality, Functional Compounds and Volatile Compounds of Mango Juice from Different Cultivars during Fermentation. Foods, 11 (5), 682. doi: 10.3390/foods11050682

Food and nutrition security: underutilized plant and animal-based foods

Wright, Olivia R. L., Sivakumar, Dharini, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Netzel, Michael E. (2022). Food and nutrition security: underutilized plant and animal-based foods. Frontiers in Nutrition, 8 821388, 821388. doi: 10.3389/fnut.2021.821388

Variability of Bacterial Homopolysaccharide Production and Properties during Food Processing

Nabot, Marion, Guérin, Marie, Sivakumar, Dharini, Remize, Fabienne and Garcia, Cyrielle (2022). Variability of Bacterial Homopolysaccharide Production and Properties during Food Processing. Biology, 11 (2), 171. doi: 10.3390/biology11020171

Co-Ingestion of Natal Plums (Carissa macrocarpa) and Marula Nuts (Sclerocarya birrea) in a Snack Bar and Its Effect on Phenolic Compounds and Bioactivities

Manhivi, Vimbainashe E., Slabbert, Retha M. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2022). Co-Ingestion of Natal Plums (Carissa macrocarpa) and Marula Nuts (Sclerocarya birrea) in a Snack Bar and Its Effect on Phenolic Compounds and Bioactivities. Molecules, 27 (1), 310. doi: 10.3390/molecules27010310

Extraction optimisation, hydrolysis, antioxidant properties and bioaccessibility of phenolic compounds in Natal plum fruit (Carissa Macrocarpa)

Seke, Faith, Manhivi, Vimbainashe E., Shoko, Tinotenda, Slabbert, Retha M., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2021). Extraction optimisation, hydrolysis, antioxidant properties and bioaccessibility of phenolic compounds in Natal plum fruit (Carissa Macrocarpa). Food Bioscience, 44 (Part A) 101425, 101425. doi: 10.1016/j.fbio.2021.101425

Cooking African pumpkin leaves (Momordica balsamina L.) by stir-frying improved bioactivity and bioaccessibility of metabolites—metabolomic and chemometric approaches

Mashiane, Petunia, Manhivi, Vimbainashe E., Shoko, Tinotenda, Slabbert, Retha M., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2021). Cooking African pumpkin leaves (Momordica balsamina L.) by stir-frying improved bioactivity and bioaccessibility of metabolites—metabolomic and chemometric approaches. Foods, 10 (11) 2890, 2890. doi: 10.3390/foods10112890

A practical chemometric approach using UPLC–QTOF/MS tool to investigate three varieties of pumpkin species and in vitro bioactivities

Mashitoa, Florence M., Shoko, Tinotenda, Slabbert, Retha M., Shai, Jerry L., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2021). A practical chemometric approach using UPLC–QTOF/MS tool to investigate three varieties of pumpkin species and in vitro bioactivities. Food Bioscience, 43 101229, 101229. doi: 10.1016/j.fbio.2021.101229

Changes in phenolics and antioxidant capacity during fermentation and simulated in vitro digestion of mango puree fermented with different lactic acid bacteria

Mashitoa, Florence M., Manhivi, Vimbainashe E., Akinola, Stephen A., Garcia, Cyrielle, Remize, Fabienne, Shoko, Tinotenda and Sivakumar, Dharini (2021). Changes in phenolics and antioxidant capacity during fermentation and simulated in vitro digestion of mango puree fermented with different lactic acid bacteria. Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, 45 (11). doi: 10.1111/jfpp.15937

Influence of different types of drying methods on color properties, phenolic metabolites and bioactivities of pumpkin leaves of var. Butternut squash (Cucurbita moschata Duchesne ex Poir)

Mashitoa, Florence M., Shoko, Tinotenda, Shai, Jerry L., Slabbert, Retha M., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2021). Influence of different types of drying methods on color properties, phenolic metabolites and bioactivities of pumpkin leaves of var. Butternut squash (Cucurbita moschata Duchesne ex Poir). Frontiers in Nutrition, 8 694649, 1-9. doi: 10.3389/fnut.2021.694649

Effect of freeze drying and simulated gastrointestinal digestion on phenolic metabolites and antioxidant property of the Natal plum (Carissa macrocarpa)

Seke, Faith, Manhivi, Vimbainashe E., Shoko, Tinotenda, Slabbert, Retha M., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2021). Effect of freeze drying and simulated gastrointestinal digestion on phenolic metabolites and antioxidant property of the Natal plum (Carissa macrocarpa). Foods, 10 (6) 1420, 1-18. doi: 10.3390/foods10061420

Changes in antinutrients, phenolics, antioxidant activities and in vitro α-glucosidase inhibitory activity in pumpkin leaves (Cucurbita moschata) during different domestic cooking methods

Mashitoa, Florence M., Manhivi, Vimbainashe, Slabbert, Retha M., Shai, Jerry L. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2021). Changes in antinutrients, phenolics, antioxidant activities and in vitro α-glucosidase inhibitory activity in pumpkin leaves (Cucurbita moschata) during different domestic cooking methods. Food Science and Biotechnology, 30 (6), 793-800. doi: 10.1007/s10068-021-00916-w

Influence of Fermentation of Pasteurised Papaya Puree with Different Lactic Acid Bacterial Strains on Quality and Bioaccessibility of Phenolic Compounds during In Vitro Digestion

Mashitoa, Florence M., Akinola, Stephen A., Manhevi, Vimbainashe E., Garcia, Cyrielle, Remize, Fabienne, Slabbert, Retha. M. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2021). Influence of Fermentation of Pasteurised Papaya Puree with Different Lactic Acid Bacterial Strains on Quality and Bioaccessibility of Phenolic Compounds during In Vitro Digestion. Foods, 10 (5), 962. doi: 10.3390/foods10050962

Impact of household cooking techniques on colour, antioxidant and sensory properties of African pumpkin and pumpkin leaves

Mashiane, Petunia, Mashitoa, Florence M., Slabbert, Retha M. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2021). Impact of household cooking techniques on colour, antioxidant and sensory properties of African pumpkin and pumpkin leaves. International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science, 23 100307, 100307. doi: 10.1016/j.ijgfs.2021.100307

Impact of household cooking techniques on African nightshade and Chinese cabbage on phenolic compounds, antinutrients, in vitro antioxidant, and β-glucosidase cctivity

Managa, Millicent G., Shai, Jerry, Thi Phan, Anh Dao, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Impact of household cooking techniques on African nightshade and Chinese cabbage on phenolic compounds, antinutrients, in vitro antioxidant, and β-glucosidase cctivity. Frontiers in Nutrition, 7 580550, 580550. doi: 10.3389/fnut.2020.580550

Phytochemical and nutritional quality changes during irrigation and postharvest processing of the underutilized vegetable African nightshade

Sivakumar, Dharini, Phan, Anh Dao Thi, Slabbert, Retha M., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Remize, Fabienne (2020). Phytochemical and nutritional quality changes during irrigation and postharvest processing of the underutilized vegetable African nightshade. Frontiers in Nutrition, 7 576532, 1-12. doi: 10.3389/fnut.2020.576532

Stimulation of Light-Emitting Diode Treatment on Defence System and Changes in Mesocarp Metabolites of Avocados Cultivars (Hass and Fuerte) during Simulated Market Shelf Conditions

Mpai, Semakaleng and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Stimulation of Light-Emitting Diode Treatment on Defence System and Changes in Mesocarp Metabolites of Avocados Cultivars (Hass and Fuerte) during Simulated Market Shelf Conditions. Agronomy, 10 (11), 1654. doi: 10.3390/agronomy10111654

Comparison of phenolic compounds, carotenoids, amino acid composition, in vitro antioxidant and anti-diabetic activities in the leaves of Seven Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) cultivars

Moloto, Mapula R., Phan, Anh Dao T., Shai, Jerry L., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Comparison of phenolic compounds, carotenoids, amino acid composition, in vitro antioxidant and anti-diabetic activities in the leaves of Seven Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) cultivars. Foods, 9 (9) 1285, 1285. doi: 10.3390/foods9091285

Impact of moist cooking methods on colour, anti-nutritive compounds and phenolic metabolites in African nightshade (Solanum retroflexum Dun.)

Managa, Millicent G., Mpai, Semagalene, Remize, Fabienne, Garcia, Cyrielle and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Impact of moist cooking methods on colour, anti-nutritive compounds and phenolic metabolites in African nightshade (Solanum retroflexum Dun.). Food Chemistry, 325 126805, 126805. doi: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2020.126805

Effect of Lactic Acid Fermentation on Color, Phenolic Compounds and Antioxidant Activity in African Nightshade

Degrain, Alexandre, Manhivi, Vimbainashe, Remize, Fabienne, Garcia, Cyrielle and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Effect of Lactic Acid Fermentation on Color, Phenolic Compounds and Antioxidant Activity in African Nightshade. Microorganisms, 8 (9), 1324. doi: 10.3390/microorganisms8091324

Influence of growing seasons on metabolic composition, and fruit quality of avocado cultivars at ‘ready-to-eat stage’

Mpai, Semakaleng and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Influence of growing seasons on metabolic composition, and fruit quality of avocado cultivars at ‘ready-to-eat stage’. Scientia Horticulturae, 265 109159. doi: 10.1016/j.scienta.2019.109159

Enrichment of mango fruit leathers with natal plum (Carissa macrocarpa) improves their phytochemical content and antioxidant properties

Mphaphuli, Tshudufhadzo, Manhivi, Vimbainashe E., Slabbert, Retha, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Enrichment of mango fruit leathers with natal plum (Carissa macrocarpa) improves their phytochemical content and antioxidant properties. Foods, 9 (4) 431, 431. doi: 10.3390/foods9040431

Optimisation of O2 and CO2 concentrations to retain quality and prolong shelf life of ‘shelly’ mango fruit using a simplex lattice mixture design

Ntsoane, Makgafele L., Sivakumar, Dharini and Mahajan, Pramod V. (2020). Optimisation of O2 and CO2 concentrations to retain quality and prolong shelf life of ‘shelly’ mango fruit using a simplex lattice mixture design. Biosystems Engineering, 192, 14-23. doi: 10.1016/j.biosystemseng.2020.01.009

Effects of different drying methods on untargeted phenolic metabolites, and antioxidant activity in Chinese cabbage (Brassica rapa L. subsp. chinensis) and nightshade (Solanum retroflexum Dun.)

Managa, G. Millicent, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Effects of different drying methods on untargeted phenolic metabolites, and antioxidant activity in Chinese cabbage (Brassica rapa L. subsp. chinensis) and nightshade (Solanum retroflexum Dun.). Molecules, 25 (6) 1326, 1-23. doi: 10.3390/molecules25061326

Stomatal conductance, leaf chlorophyll content, growth, and yield of sweet pepper in response to plant growth regulators

Mbandlwa, Noxolo P., Fotouo-M, Helene, Maboko, Martin M. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Stomatal conductance, leaf chlorophyll content, growth, and yield of sweet pepper in response to plant growth regulators. International Journal of Vegetable Science, 26 (2), 116-126. doi: 10.1080/19315260.2019.1610925

Extension of avocado fruit postharvest quality using non-chemical treatments

Munhuweyi, Karen, Mpai, Semakaleng and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Extension of avocado fruit postharvest quality using non-chemical treatments. Agronomy, 10 (2) 212, 212. doi: 10.3390/agronomy10020212

Preharvest application of naphthalene acetic acid and kelpak® improve postharvest quality and phytonutrient contents of sweet pepper

Mbandlwa, Noxolo P., Fotouo-M, Helene, Maboko, Martin M. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Preharvest application of naphthalene acetic acid and kelpak® improve postharvest quality and phytonutrient contents of sweet pepper. International Journal of Vegetable Science, 26 (1), 3-14. doi: 10.1080/19315260.2019.1570415

Enhancement of the phytonutrient content of a gluten-free soup using a composite of vegetables

Manhivi, Vimbainashe E., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2020). Enhancement of the phytonutrient content of a gluten-free soup using a composite of vegetables. International Journal of Food Properties, 23 (1), 1051-1065. doi: 10.1080/10942912.2020.1778028

Influence of different types of modified atmosphere packaging films and storage time on quality and bioactive compounds in fresh-cut cauliflower

Mashabela, Madonna, Mahajan, Pramod V. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2019). Influence of different types of modified atmosphere packaging films and storage time on quality and bioactive compounds in fresh-cut cauliflower. Food Packaging and Shelf Life, 22 100374, 1-8. doi: 10.1016/j.fpsl.2019.100374

Postharvest responses of hydroponically grown lettuce varieties to nitrogen application rate

Mampholo, Bevly M., Maboko, Martin, Soundy, Puffy and Sivakumar, Dharini (2019). Postharvest responses of hydroponically grown lettuce varieties to nitrogen application rate. Journal of Integrative Agriculture, 18 (10), 2272-2283. doi: 10.1016/S2095-3119(19)62664-X

An integrated approach for harvesting Natal plum (Carissa macrocarpa) for quality and functional compounds related to maturity stages

Ndou, Aysha, Tinyani, Peter P., Slabbert, Retha.M., Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2019). An integrated approach for harvesting Natal plum (Carissa macrocarpa) for quality and functional compounds related to maturity stages. Food Chemistry, 293, 499-510. doi: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2019.04.102

Assessment of eleven South African peach cultivars for susceptibility to brown rot and blue mould

Gununu, Pascalia R., Munhuweyi, Karen, Obianom, Patience C. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2019). Assessment of eleven South African peach cultivars for susceptibility to brown rot and blue mould. Scientia Horticulturae, 254, 1-6. doi: 10.1016/j.scienta.2019.04.067

Impact of low oxygen storage on quality attributes including pigments and volatile compounds in 'shelly’ mango

Ntsoane, Makgafele Lucia, Luca, Alexandru, Zude-Sasse, Manuela, Sivakumar, Dharini and Mahajan, Pramod V. (2019). Impact of low oxygen storage on quality attributes including pigments and volatile compounds in 'shelly’ mango. Scientia Horticulturae, 250, 174-183. doi: 10.1016/j.scienta.2019.02.041

Quality assesment and postharvest technology of mango: A review of its current status and future perspectives

Ntsoane, Makgafele Lucia, Zude-Sasse, Manuela, Mahajan, Pramod and Sivakumar, Dharini (2019). Quality assesment and postharvest technology of mango: A review of its current status and future perspectives. Scientia Horticulturae, 249, 77-85. doi: 10.1016/j.scienta.2019.01.033

Cultivar-specific responses in red sweet peppers grown under shade nets and controlled-temperature plastic tunnel environment on antioxidant constituents at harvest

Lekala, Chembi Solomon, Madani, Khalil Saber H., Phan, Anh Dao Thi, Maboko, Martin Makgose, Fotouo, Helen, Soundy, Puffy, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2019). Cultivar-specific responses in red sweet peppers grown under shade nets and controlled-temperature plastic tunnel environment on antioxidant constituents at harvest. Food Chemistry, 275, 85-94. doi: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2018.09.097

Performance evaluation of silica gel-water adsorption based cooling system for mango fruit storage in Sub-Saharan Africa

Ntsoane, Makgafele Lucia, Jalali, Ali, Römer, Julia, Duewel, Karsten, Göller, Christoph, Kühn, Roland, Mähne, Kilian, Geyer, Martin, Sivakumar, Dharini and Mahajan, Pramod V. (2019). Performance evaluation of silica gel-water adsorption based cooling system for mango fruit storage in Sub-Saharan Africa. Postharvest Biology and Technology, 149, 195-199. doi: 10.1016/j.postharvbio.2018.12.004

Chitosan, a biopolymer with triple action on postharvest decay of fruit and vegetables: Eliciting, antimicrobial and film-forming properties

Romanazzi, Gianfranco, Feliziani, Erica and Sivakumar, Dharini (2019). Chitosan, a biopolymer with triple action on postharvest decay of fruit and vegetables: Eliciting, antimicrobial and film-forming properties. Frontiers in Microbiology, 9 2745, 1-9. doi: 10.3389/fmicb.2018.02745

Different postharvest responses of fresh-cut sweet peppers related to quality and antioxidant and phenylalanine ammonia lyase activities during exposure to light-emitting diode treatments

Maroga, Gludia M., Soundy, Puffy and Sivakumar, Dharini (2019). Different postharvest responses of fresh-cut sweet peppers related to quality and antioxidant and phenylalanine ammonia lyase activities during exposure to light-emitting diode treatments. Foods, 8 (9) 359, 1-17. doi: 10.3390/foods8090359

Effect of Moist Cooking Blanching on Colour, Phenolic Metabolites and Glucosinolate Content in Chinese Cabbage (Brassica rapa L. subsp. chinensis)

Managa, Millicent G., Remize, Fabienne, Garcia, Cyrielle and Sivakumar, Dharini (2019). Effect of Moist Cooking Blanching on Colour, Phenolic Metabolites and Glucosinolate Content in Chinese Cabbage (Brassica rapa L. subsp. chinensis). Foods, 8 (9) 399, 1-18. doi: 10.3390/foods8090399

Effects of chitosan treatment on avocado postharvest diseases and expression of phenylalanine ammonia-lyase, chitinase and lipoxygenase genes

Obianom, Chinelo, Romanazzi, Gianfranco and Sivakumar, Dharini (2019). Effects of chitosan treatment on avocado postharvest diseases and expression of phenylalanine ammonia-lyase, chitinase and lipoxygenase genes. Postharvest Biology and Technology, 147, 214-221. doi: 10.1016/j.postharvbio.2018.10.004

Impact of nitrogen supply on glucosinolate content and phenolic acids in cauliflower varieties

Mashabela, Madonna N., Maboko, Martin, Soundy, Puffy and Sivakumar, Dharini (2019). Impact of nitrogen supply on glucosinolate content and phenolic acids in cauliflower varieties. Acta Agriculturae Scandinavica Section B: Soil and Plant Science, 503-510. doi: 10.1080/09064710.2019.1611915

Variety-specific responses of lettuce grown in a gravel-film technique closed hydroponic system to N supply on yield, morphology, phytochemicals, mineral content and safety

Mampholo, Bevly M., Maboko, Martin M., Soundy, Puffy and Sivakumar, Dharini (2018). Variety-specific responses of lettuce grown in a gravel-film technique closed hydroponic system to N supply on yield, morphology, phytochemicals, mineral content and safety. Journal of Integrative Agriculture, 17 (11), 2447-2457. doi: 10.1016/S2095-3119(18)62007-6

Understanding the physiological response of fresh-cut cauliflower for developing a suitable packaging system

Madonna, Mashabela, Caleb, Oluwafemi J., Sivakumar, Dharini and Mahajan, Pramod V. (2018). Understanding the physiological response of fresh-cut cauliflower for developing a suitable packaging system. Food Packaging and Shelf Life, 17, 179-186. doi: 10.1016/j.fpsl.2018.07.002

Variety specific responses of cauliflower varieties (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis) to different N application rates on yield, colour and ascorbic acid content at harvest

Mashabela, Madonna N., Maboko, Martin M., Soundy, Puffy and Sivakumar, Dharini (2018). Variety specific responses of cauliflower varieties (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis) to different N application rates on yield, colour and ascorbic acid content at harvest. Acta Agriculturae Scandinavica Section B: Soil and Plant Science, 68 (6), 541-545. doi: 10.1080/09064710.2018.1440002

Impact of transportation, storage, and retail shelf conditions on lettuce quality and phytonutrients losses in the supply chain

Managa, Millicent G., Tinyani, Peter P., Senyolo, Grany M., Soundy, Puffy, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2018). Impact of transportation, storage, and retail shelf conditions on lettuce quality and phytonutrients losses in the supply chain. Food Science and Nutrition, 6 (6) DOI: 10.1002/fsn3.685, 1527-1536. doi: 10.1002/fsn3.685

Differential response to combined prochloraz and thyme oil drench treatment in avocados against the control of anthracnose and stem-end rot

Obianom, Chinelo and Sivakumar, Dharini (2018). Differential response to combined prochloraz and thyme oil drench treatment in avocados against the control of anthracnose and stem-end rot. Phytoparasitica, 46 (3), 273-281. doi: 10.1007/s12600-018-0663-9

Phytochemicals and nutritional composition in accessions of Kei-apple (Dovyalis caffra): Southern African indigenous fruit

Mpai, Semkaleng, du Preez, Rosemary, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2018). Phytochemicals and nutritional composition in accessions of Kei-apple (Dovyalis caffra): Southern African indigenous fruit. Food Chemistry, 253, 37-45. doi: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2018.01.099

Erratum to: Nutritional and health benefits of temperate fruits, [Postharvest Biology and Technology of Temperate Fruits, 2018]

Bvenura, Callistus, Hermaan, Ngemakwe Nitcheu Patrick, Chen, Lingyun and Sivakumar, Dharini (2018). Erratum to: Nutritional and health benefits of temperate fruits, [Postharvest Biology and Technology of Temperate Fruits, 2018]. Postharvest Biology and Technology of Temperate Fruits. doi: 10.1007/978-3-319-75163-4_18

A comprehensive review on beneficial dietary phytochemicals in common traditional Southern African leafy vegetables

Sivakumar, Dharini, Chen, Lingyun and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2018). A comprehensive review on beneficial dietary phytochemicals in common traditional Southern African leafy vegetables. Food Science and Nutrition, 6 (4), 714-727. doi: 10.1002/fsn3.643

Spectral quality of photo-selective shade nettings improves antioxidants and overall quality in selected fresh produce after postharvest storage

Sivakumar, Dharini, Jifon, Johan and Soundy, Puffy (2018). Spectral quality of photo-selective shade nettings improves antioxidants and overall quality in selected fresh produce after postharvest storage. Food Reviews International, 34 (3), 290-307. doi: 10.1080/87559129.2017.1298124

Development, Yield, and Antioxidant Content in Red Cabbage As Affected by Plant Density and Nitrogen Rate

Phahlane, Charmaine J.T., Maboko, Martin M., Soundy, Puffy and Sivakumar, Dharini (2018). Development, Yield, and Antioxidant Content in Red Cabbage As Affected by Plant Density and Nitrogen Rate. International Journal of Vegetable Science, 24 (2), 160-168. doi: 10.1080/19315260.2017.1403987

Growing ‘Hass’ avocado fruit under different coloured shade netting improves the marketable yield and affects fruit ripening

Tinyane, Peter P., Soundy, Puffy and Sivakumar, Dharini (2018). Growing ‘Hass’ avocado fruit under different coloured shade netting improves the marketable yield and affects fruit ripening. Scientia Horticulturae, 230, 43-49. doi: 10.1016/j.scienta.2017.11.020

Natural plant volatiles as an alternative approach to control stem-end rot in avocado cultivars

Obianom, Chinelo and Sivakumar, Dharini (2018). Natural plant volatiles as an alternative approach to control stem-end rot in avocado cultivars. Journal of Phytopathology, 166 (1), 1-9. doi: 10.1111/jph.12653

The Effect of Thyme Oil Low-Density Polyethylene Impregnated Pellets in Polylactic Acid Sachets on Storage Quality of Ready-to-Eat Avocado

Bill, Malick, Pillai, Sreejarani Kesavan, Tinyane, Peter, Ray, Suprakas Sinha and Sivakumar, Dharini (2018). The Effect of Thyme Oil Low-Density Polyethylene Impregnated Pellets in Polylactic Acid Sachets on Storage Quality of Ready-to-Eat Avocado. Food and Bioprocess Technology, 11 (1), 141-151. doi: 10.1007/s11947-017-2001-5

Deficit irrigation improves phenolic content and antioxidant activity in leafy lettuce varieties

Malejane, Dunsfort N., Tinyani, Peter, Soundy, Puffy, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Sivakumar, Dharini (2017). Deficit irrigation improves phenolic content and antioxidant activity in leafy lettuce varieties. Food Science and Nutrition, 6 (2), 334-341. doi: 10.1002/fsn3.559

Maintaining postharvest quality of cold stored ‘Hass’ avocados by altering the fatty acids content and composition with the use of natural volatile compounds – methyl jasmonate and methyl salicylate

Glowacz, Marcin, Bill, Malick, Tinyane, Peter P and Sivakumar, Dharini (2017). Maintaining postharvest quality of cold stored ‘Hass’ avocados by altering the fatty acids content and composition with the use of natural volatile compounds – methyl jasmonate and methyl salicylate. Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, 97 (15), 5186-5193. doi: 10.1002/jsfa.8400

Control of anthracnose disease via increased activity of defence related enzymes in ‘Hass’ avocado fruit treated with methyl jasmonate and methyl salicylate

Glowacz, Marcin, Roets, Nico and Sivakumar, Dharini (2017). Control of anthracnose disease via increased activity of defence related enzymes in ‘Hass’ avocado fruit treated with methyl jasmonate and methyl salicylate. Food Chemistry, 234, 163-167. doi: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2017.04.063

Phytochemical and nutritional properties of underutilised fruits in the southern African region

Nitcheu Ngemakwe, P. H., Remize, F., Thaoge, M. L. and Sivakumar, D. (2017). Phytochemical and nutritional properties of underutilised fruits in the southern African region. South African Journal of Botany, 113, 137-149. doi: 10.1016/j.sajb.2017.08.006

Effect of thyme oil vapours exposure on phenylalanine ammonia-lyase (PAL) and lipoxygenase (LOX) genes expression, and control of anthracnose in ‘Hass’ and ‘Ryan’ avocado fruit

Bill, Malick, Korsten, Lise, Remize, Fabienne, Glowacz, Marcin and Sivakumar, Dharini (2017). Effect of thyme oil vapours exposure on phenylalanine ammonia-lyase (PAL) and lipoxygenase (LOX) genes expression, and control of anthracnose in ‘Hass’ and ‘Ryan’ avocado fruit. Scientia Horticulturae, 224, 232-237. doi: 10.1016/j.scienta.2017.06.026

The role of wild fruits and vegetables in delivering a balanced and healthy diet

Bvenura, Callistus and Sivakumar, Dharini (2017). The role of wild fruits and vegetables in delivering a balanced and healthy diet. Food Research International, 99, 15-30. doi: 10.1016/j.foodres.2017.06.046

Bio-sanitation treatment using essential oils against E. coli O157:H7 on fresh lettuce

Mouatcho, Joel Claude, Tzortzakis, Nikolaos, Soundy, Puffy and Sivakumar, Dharini (2017). Bio-sanitation treatment using essential oils against E. coli O157:H7 on fresh lettuce. New Zealand Journal of Crop and Horticultural Science, 45 (3), 165-174. doi: 10.1080/01140671.2016.1269813

Nitrogen application and leaf harvesting improves yield and nutritional quality of beetroot

Mampa, Salfina S., Maboko, Martin M., Soundy, Puffy and Sivakumar, Dharini (2017). Nitrogen application and leaf harvesting improves yield and nutritional quality of beetroot. HortTechnology, 27 (3), 337-343. doi: 10.21273/HORTTECH03599-16

Shelf life extension of fresh fruit and vegetables by chitosan treatment

Romanazzi, Gianfranco, Feliziani, Erica, Baños, Silvia Bautista and Sivakumar, Dharini (2017). Shelf life extension of fresh fruit and vegetables by chitosan treatment. Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 57 (3), 579-601. doi: 10.1080/10408398.2014.900474

Effect of thyme oil vapour exposure on the brown rot infection, phenylalanine ammonia-lyase (PAL) activity, phenolic content and antioxidant activity in red and yellow skin peach cultivars

Khumalo, Kenneth N., Tinyane, Peter, Soundy, Puffy, Romanazzi, Gianfranco, Glowacz, Marcin and Sivakumar, Dharini (2017). Effect of thyme oil vapour exposure on the brown rot infection, phenylalanine ammonia-lyase (PAL) activity, phenolic content and antioxidant activity in red and yellow skin peach cultivars. Scientia Horticulturae, 214, 195-199. doi: 10.1016/j.scienta.2016.11.044

Decay control in the postharvest system: Role of microbial and plant volatile organic compounds

Mari, Marta, Bautista-Baños, Silvia and Sivakumar, Dharini (2016). Decay control in the postharvest system: Role of microbial and plant volatile organic compounds. Postharvest Biology and Technology, 122, 70-81. doi: 10.1016/j.postharvbio.2016.04.014

Phytochemicals and Overall Quality of Leafy Lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) Varieties Grown in Closed Hydroponic System

Mampholo, Bevly M., Maboko, Martin M., Soundy, Puffy and Sivakumar, Dharini (2016). Phytochemicals and Overall Quality of Leafy Lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) Varieties Grown in Closed Hydroponic System. Journal of Food Quality, 39 (6), 805-815. doi: 10.1111/jfq.12234

Lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) growth, yield and quality response to nitrogen fertilization in a non-circulating hydroponic system

Mahlangu, R. I.S., Maboko, M. M., Sivakumar, D., Soundy, P. and Jifon, J. (2016). Lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) growth, yield and quality response to nitrogen fertilization in a non-circulating hydroponic system. Journal of Plant Nutrition, 39 (12), 1766-1775. doi: 10.1080/01904167.2016.1187739

Maintaining overall quality of fresh traditional leafy vegetables of Southern Africa during the postharvest chain

Mampholo, Bevly M., Sivakumar, Dharini and Thompson, A. Keith (2016). Maintaining overall quality of fresh traditional leafy vegetables of Southern Africa during the postharvest chain. Food Reviews International, 32 (4), 400-416. doi: 10.1080/87559129.2015.1094817

Different defense responses and brown rot control in two Prunus persica cultivars to essential oil vapours after storage

Cindi, Meluci David, Soundy, Puffy, Romanazzi, Gianfranco and Sivakumar, Dharini (2016). Different defense responses and brown rot control in two Prunus persica cultivars to essential oil vapours after storage. Postharvest Biology and Technology, 119, 9-17. doi: 10.1016/j.postharvbio.2016.04.007

Spectral quality of photo-selective nets improves phytochemicals and aroma volatiles in coriander leaves (Coriandrum sativum L.) after postharvest storage

Buthelezi, Millicent N. Duduzile, Soundy, Puffy, Jifon, John and Sivakumar, Dharini (2016). Spectral quality of photo-selective nets improves phytochemicals and aroma volatiles in coriander leaves (Coriandrum sativum L.) after postharvest storage. Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology B: Biology, 161, 328-334. doi: 10.1016/j.jphotobiol.2016.05.032

Vapour or dipping applications of methyl jasmonate, vinegar and sage oil for pepper fruit sanitation towards grey mould

Tzortzakis, Nikos, Chrysargyris, Antonios, Sivakumar, Dharini and Loulakakis, Kostas (2016). Vapour or dipping applications of methyl jasmonate, vinegar and sage oil for pepper fruit sanitation towards grey mould. Postharvest Biology and Technology, 118, 120-127. doi: 10.1016/j.postharvbio.2016.04.004

Variety-specific responses of lettuce grown under the different-coloured shade nets on phytochemical quality after postharvest storage

Ntsoane, Lucia L.M., Soundy, Puffy, Jifon, John and Sivakumar, Dharini (2016). Variety-specific responses of lettuce grown under the different-coloured shade nets on phytochemical quality after postharvest storage. Journal of Horticultural Science and Biotechnology, 91 (5), 520-528. doi: 10.1080/14620316.2016.1178080

Expression of pathogenesis-related (PR) genes in avocados fumigated with thyme oil vapours and control of anthracnose

Bill, Malick, Sivakumar, Dharini, Beukes, Mervyn and Korsten, Lise (2016). Expression of pathogenesis-related (PR) genes in avocados fumigated with thyme oil vapours and control of anthracnose. Food Chemistry, 194, 938-943. doi: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2015.08.105

Development of antifungal films based on low-density polyethylene and thyme oil for avocado packaging

Pillai, Sreejarani Kesavan, Maubane, Lesego, Sinha Ray, Suprakas, Khumalo, Vincent, Bill, Malick and Sivakumar, Dharini (2016). Development of antifungal films based on low-density polyethylene and thyme oil for avocado packaging. Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 133 (8) 43045. doi: 10.1002/app.43045

Bioactive Compounds and Fruit Quality of Green Sweet Pepper Grown under Different Colored Shade Netting during Postharvest Storage

Mashabela, Madonna N., Selahle, Kamogelo M., Soundy, Puffy, Crosby, Kevin M. and Sivakumar, Dharini (2015). Bioactive Compounds and Fruit Quality of Green Sweet Pepper Grown under Different Colored Shade Netting during Postharvest Storage. Journal of Food Science, 80 (11), H2612-H2618. doi: 10.1111/1750-3841.13103

Chitosan boehmite-alumina nanocomposite films and thyme oil vapour control brown rot in peaches (Prunus persica L.) during postharvest storage

Cindi, Meluci David, Shittu, Taofik, Sivakumar, Dharini and Bautista-Baños, Silvia (2015). Chitosan boehmite-alumina nanocomposite films and thyme oil vapour control brown rot in peaches (Prunus persica L.) during postharvest storage. Crop Protection, 72, 127-131. doi: 10.1016/j.cropro.2015.03.011

Evaluation of biochemical and quality attributes to monitor the application of heat and cold treatments in tomato fruit (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill.)

Polenta, Gustavo, Budde, Claudio, Sivakumar, Dharini, Nanni, Mariana and Guidi, Silvina (2015). Evaluation of biochemical and quality attributes to monitor the application of heat and cold treatments in tomato fruit (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill.). Journal of Food Quality, 38 (3), 153-163. doi: 10.1111/jfq.12139

Postharvest evaluation of Goldfinger banana (FHIA-01) at different storage temperatures followed by an acclimation time

Gutiérrez-Martínez, Porfirio, Avila-Peña, Rosa Cristina, Sivakumar, Dharini and Bautista-Baños, Silvia (2015). Postharvest evaluation of Goldfinger banana (FHIA-01) at different storage temperatures followed by an acclimation time. Fruits, 70 (3), 173-179. doi: 10.1051/fruits/2015008

Postharvest responses of red and yellow sweet peppers grown under photo-selective nets

Selahle, Kamogelo M., Sivakumar, Dharini, Jifon, John and Soundy, Puffy (2015). Postharvest responses of red and yellow sweet peppers grown under photo-selective nets. Food Chemistry, 173, 951-956. doi: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2014.10.034

Variation in bioactive compounds and quality parameters in different modified atmosphere packaging during postharvest storage of traditional leafy vegetables (Amaranthus cruentus L and Solanum Retroflexum)

Mampholo, Mmakatane B, Sivakumar, Dharini and Van Rensburg, Jansen (2015). Variation in bioactive compounds and quality parameters in different modified atmosphere packaging during postharvest storage of traditional leafy vegetables (Amaranthus cruentus L and Solanum Retroflexum). Journal of Food Quality, 38 (1), 1-12. doi: 10.1111/jfq.12120

A review on the use of essential oils for postharvest decay control and maintenance of fruit quality during storage

Sivakumar, Dharini and Bautista-Baños, Silvia (2014). A review on the use of essential oils for postharvest decay control and maintenance of fruit quality during storage. Crop Protection, 64, 27-37. doi: 10.1016/j.cropro.2014.05.012

Avocado Fruit Quality Management during the Postharvest Supply Chain

Bill, Malick, Sivakumar, Dharini, Thompson, A. Keith and Korsten, Lise (2014). Avocado Fruit Quality Management during the Postharvest Supply Chain. Food Reviews International, 30 (3), 169-202. doi: 10.1080/87559129.2014.907304

Effect of photo-selective nettings on post-harvest quality and bioactive compounds in selected tomato cultivars

Selahle, Maphoko Kamogelo, Sivakumar, Dharini and Soundy, Puffy (2014). Effect of photo-selective nettings on post-harvest quality and bioactive compounds in selected tomato cultivars. Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, 94 (11), 2187-2195. doi: 10.1002/jsfa.6536

Natural Occurrence, Analysis, and Prevention of Mycotoxins in Fruits and their Processed Products

Yang, Jinyi, Li, Jing, Jiang, Yueming, Duan, Xuewu, Qu, Hongxia, Yang, Bao, Chen, Feng and Sivakumar, Dharini (2014). Natural Occurrence, Analysis, and Prevention of Mycotoxins in Fruits and their Processed Products. Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 54 (1), 64-83. doi: 10.1080/10408398.2011.569860

Physicochemical and Engineering Properties of Nanocomposite Films Based on Chitosan and Pseudoboehmite Alumina

Shittu, T. A., Jayaramudu, J., Sivakumar, D. and Sadiku, E. R. (2014). Physicochemical and Engineering Properties of Nanocomposite Films Based on Chitosan and Pseudoboehmite Alumina. Food and Bioprocess Technology, 7 (8), 2423-2433. doi: 10.1007/s11947-014-1305-y

The efficacy of combined application of edible coatings and thyme oil in inducing resistance components in avocado (Persea americana Mill.) against anthracnose during post-harvest storage

Bill, Malick, Sivakumar, Dharini, Korsten, Lise and Thompson, A. Keith (2014). The efficacy of combined application of edible coatings and thyme oil in inducing resistance components in avocado (Persea americana Mill.) against anthracnose during post-harvest storage. Crop Protection, 64, 159-167. doi: 10.1016/j.cropro.2014.06.015

Comparison of the contents of bioactive compounds and quality parameters in selected mango cultivars

Sellamuthu, Periyar Selvam, Denoya, Gabriela Inés, Sivakumar, Dharini, Polenta, Gustavo Alberto and Soundy, Puffy (2013). Comparison of the contents of bioactive compounds and quality parameters in selected mango cultivars. Journal of Food Quality, 36 (6), 394-402. doi: 10.1111/jfq.12058

Influence of photo-selective netting on fruit quality parameters and bioactive compounds in selected tomato cultivars

Tinyane, Peter Phushdi, Sivakumar, Dharini and Soundy, Puffy (2013). Influence of photo-selective netting on fruit quality parameters and bioactive compounds in selected tomato cultivars. Scientia Horticulturae, 161, 340-349. doi: 10.1016/j.scienta.2013.06.024

Thyme oil vapour and modified atmosphere packaging reduce anthracnose incidence and maintain fruit quality in avocado

Sellamuthu, Periyar Selvam, Mafune, Mpho, Sivakumar, Dharini and Soundy, Puffy (2013). Thyme oil vapour and modified atmosphere packaging reduce anthracnose incidence and maintain fruit quality in avocado. Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, 93 (12), 3024-3031. doi: 10.1002/jsfa.6135

Influence of Heat Treatments on Quality Retention of Fresh and Fresh-Cut Produce

Sivakumar, Dharini and Fallik, Elazar (2013). Influence of Heat Treatments on Quality Retention of Fresh and Fresh-Cut Produce. Food Reviews International, 29 (3), 294-320. doi: 10.1080/87559129.2013.790048

A review of the management alternatives for controlling fungi on papaya fruit during the postharvest supply chain

Bautista-Baños, Silvia, Sivakumar, Dharini, Bello-Pérez, Arturo, Villanueva-Arce, Ramón and Hernández-López, Mónica (2013). A review of the management alternatives for controlling fungi on papaya fruit during the postharvest supply chain. Crop Protection, 49, 8-20. doi: 10.1016/j.cropro.2013.02.011

Essential oil vapours suppress the development of anthracnose and enhance defence related and antioxidant enzyme activities in avocado fruit

Sellamuthu, Periyar Selvam, Sivakumar, Dharini, Soundy, Puffy and Korsten, Lise (2013). Essential oil vapours suppress the development of anthracnose and enhance defence related and antioxidant enzyme activities in avocado fruit. Postharvest Biology and Technology, 81, 66-72. doi: 10.1016/j.postharvbio.2013.02.007

Effect of modified atmosphere packaging on the quality and bioactive compounds of Chinese cabbage (Brasicca rapa L. ssp. chinensis)

Mampholo, Bevly Mmakatane, Sivakumar, Dharini, Beukes, Mervyn and van Rensburg, Willem Jansen (2013). Effect of modified atmosphere packaging on the quality and bioactive compounds of Chinese cabbage (Brasicca rapa L. ssp. chinensis). Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, 93 (8), 2008-2015. doi: 10.1002/jsfa.6007

Use of Lemongrass Oil and Modified Atmosphere Packaging on Control of Anthracnose and Quality Maintenance in Avocado Cultivars

Mpho, Mafune, Sivakumar, Dharini, Sellamuthu, Periyar Selvam and Bautista-Baños, Silvia (2013). Use of Lemongrass Oil and Modified Atmosphere Packaging on Control of Anthracnose and Quality Maintenance in Avocado Cultivars. Journal of Food Quality, 36 (3), 198-208. doi: 10.1111/jfq.12027

Antifungal Activity and Chemical Composition of Thyme, Peppermint and Citronella Oils in Vapor Phase against Avocado and Peach Postharvest Pathogens

Sellamuthu, Periyar Selvam, Sivakumar, Dharini and Soundy, Puffy (2013). Antifungal Activity and Chemical Composition of Thyme, Peppermint and Citronella Oils in Vapor Phase against Avocado and Peach Postharvest Pathogens. Journal of Food Safety, 33 (1), 86-93. doi: 10.1111/jfs.12026

Papaya Fruit Quality Management during the Postharvest Supply Chain

Sivakumar, Dharini and Wall, Marisa M. (2013). Papaya Fruit Quality Management during the Postharvest Supply Chain. Food Reviews International, 29 (1), 24-48. doi: 10.1080/87559129.2012.692138

Combination of 1-methylcyclopropene treatment and controlled atmosphere storage retains overall fruit quality and bioactive compounds in mango

Sivakumar, Dharini, Van Deventer, Francois, Terry, Leon Alexander, Polenta, Gustavo Alberto and Korsten, Lise (2012). Combination of 1-methylcyclopropene treatment and controlled atmosphere storage retains overall fruit quality and bioactive compounds in mango. Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, 92 (4), 821-830. doi: 10.1002/jsfa.4653

Retraction to "Influence of postharvest treatments on visual appearance, sensory analysis and aroma volatile compounds of 'Mauritius' litchi fruit during storage" [Postharvest Biol. Technol. 57 (3) (2010) 155-161]

Hanekom, Elize, Sivakumar, Dharini, Naudé, Yvette, Rohwer, Egmont Richard and Korsten, Lise (2011). Retraction to "Influence of postharvest treatments on visual appearance, sensory analysis and aroma volatile compounds of 'Mauritius' litchi fruit during storage" [Postharvest Biol. Technol. 57 (3) (2010) 155-161]. Postharvest Biology and Technology, 62 (2). doi: 10.1016/j.postharvbio.2011.07.002

Maintaining mango (Mangifera indica L.) fruit quality during the export chain

Sivakumar, Dharini, Jiang, Yuming and Yahia, Elhadi M. (2011). Maintaining mango (Mangifera indica L.) fruit quality during the export chain. Food Research International, 44 (5), 1254-1263. doi: 10.1016/j.foodres.2010.11.022

Effect of biocontrol agent Bacillus amyloliquefaciens and 1-methyl cyclopropene on the control of postharvest diseases and maintenance of fruit quality

Osman, Mohamed Salia, Sivakumar, Dharini and Korsten, Lise (2011). Effect of biocontrol agent Bacillus amyloliquefaciens and 1-methyl cyclopropene on the control of postharvest diseases and maintenance of fruit quality. Crop Protection, 30 (2), 173-178. doi: 10.1016/j.cropro.2010.09.014

Effect of passive and active modified atmosphere packaging on quality retention of two cultivars of litchi (Litchi Chinensis Sonn.)

De Reuck, Karen, Sivakumar, Dharini and Korsten, Lise (2010). Effect of passive and active modified atmosphere packaging on quality retention of two cultivars of litchi (Litchi Chinensis Sonn.). Journal of Food Quality, 33 (SUPPL. 1), 337-351. doi: 10.1111/j.1745-4557.2010.00335.x

An overview on litchi fruit quality and alternative postharvest treatments to replace sulfur dioxide fumigation

Sivakumar, Dharini, Terry, Leon A. and Korsten, Lise (2010). An overview on litchi fruit quality and alternative postharvest treatments to replace sulfur dioxide fumigation. Food Reviews International, 26 (2), 162-188. doi: 10.1080/87559121003590516

Effect of volatile compounds produced by Bacillus strains on postharvest decay in citrus

Arrebola, Eva, Sivakumar, Dharini and Korsten, Lise (2010). Effect of volatile compounds produced by Bacillus strains on postharvest decay in citrus. Biological Control, 53 (1), 122-128. doi: 10.1016/j.biocontrol.2009.11.010

Combined application of antagonist Bacillus amyloliquefaciens and essential oils for the control of peach postharvest diseases

Arrebola, Eva, Sivakumar, Dharini, Bacigalupo, Romina and Korsten, Lise (2010). Combined application of antagonist Bacillus amyloliquefaciens and essential oils for the control of peach postharvest diseases. Crop Protection, 29 (4), 369-377. doi: 10.1016/j.cropro.2009.08.001

Fruit quality and physiological responses of litchi cultivar McLean's Red to 1-methylcyclopropene pre-treatment and controlled atmosphere storage conditions

Sivakumar, Dharini and Korsten, Lise (2010). Fruit quality and physiological responses of litchi cultivar McLean's Red to 1-methylcyclopropene pre-treatment and controlled atmosphere storage conditions. LWT, 43 (6), 942-948. doi: 10.1016/j.lwt.2010.02.001

Evaluation of ethiopian plant extracts, Acacia seyal and withania somnifera, to control green mould and ensure quality maintenance of citrus (Citrus sinensis L.)

Mekbib, Sissay B., Regnier, Thierry J.C., Sivakumar, Dharini and Korsten, Lise (2009). Evaluation of ethiopian plant extracts, Acacia seyal and withania somnifera, to control green mould and ensure quality maintenance of citrus (Citrus sinensis L.). Fruits, 64 (5), 285-294. doi: 10.1051/fruits/2009023

Integrated application of 1-methylcyclopropene and modified atmosphere packaging to improve quality retention of litchi cultivars during storage

De Reuck, Karen, Sivakumar, Dharini and Korsten, Lise (2009). Integrated application of 1-methylcyclopropene and modified atmosphere packaging to improve quality retention of litchi cultivars during storage. Postharvest Biology and Technology, 52 (1), 71-77. doi: 10.1016/j.postharvbio.2008.09.013

Effect of integrated application of chitosan coating and modified atmosphere packaging on overall quality retention in litchi cultivars

De Reuck, Karen, Sivakumar, Dharini and Korsten, Lise (2009). Effect of integrated application of chitosan coating and modified atmosphere packaging on overall quality retention in litchi cultivars. Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, 89 (5), 915-920. doi: 10.1002/jsfa.3501

Effect of different preharvest treatment regimes on fruit quality of litchi cultivar 'Maritius'

Cronje, R. B., Sivakumar, D., Mostert, P. G. and Korsten, L. (2009). Effect of different preharvest treatment regimes on fruit quality of litchi cultivar 'Maritius'. Journal of Plant Nutrition, 32 (1), 19-29. doi: 10.1080/01904160802530987

Postharvest decay control and quality retention in litchi (cv. McLean's Red) by combined application of modified atmosphere packaging and antimicrobial agents

Sivakumar, Dharini, Arrebola, Eva and Korsten, Lise (2008). Postharvest decay control and quality retention in litchi (cv. McLean's Red) by combined application of modified atmosphere packaging and antimicrobial agents. Crop Protection, 27 (8), 1208-1214. doi: 10.1016/j.cropro.2008.03.002

Litchi quality in the postharvest horticulture chain

Sivakumar, Dharini and Korsten, Lise (2008). Litchi quality in the postharvest horticulture chain. Stewart Postharvest Review, 4 (3) 2. doi: 10.2212/spr.2008.3.2

Volatile compounds, quality attributes, mineral composition and pericarp structure of South African litchi export cultivars Mauritius and McLean's Red

Sivakumar, Dharini, Naudé, Yvette, Rohwer, Egmont and Korsten, Lise (2008). Volatile compounds, quality attributes, mineral composition and pericarp structure of South African litchi export cultivars Mauritius and McLean's Red. Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, 88 (6), 1074-1081. doi: 10.1002/jsfa.3201

Alternative methods for controlling postharvest diseases of rambutan during storage and transportation

Sivakumar, Dharini and Korsten, Lise (2007). Alternative methods for controlling postharvest diseases of rambutan during storage and transportation. Stewart Postharvest Review, 3 (6) 5. doi: 10.2212/spr.2007.6.5

Effect of a biocontrol agent (Bacillus subtilis) and modified atmosphere packaging on postharvest decay control and quality retention of litchi during storage

Sivakumar, Dharini, Zeeman, Karin and Korsten, Lise (2007). Effect of a biocontrol agent (Bacillus subtilis) and modified atmosphere packaging on postharvest decay control and quality retention of litchi during storage. Phytoparasitica, 35 (5), 507-518. doi: 10.1007/BF03020609

Relating leaf nutrient status to fruit quality attributes in Litchi cv. 'Mauritius'

Sivakumar, Dharini and Korsten, Lise (2007). Relating leaf nutrient status to fruit quality attributes in Litchi cv. 'Mauritius'. Journal of Plant Nutrition, 30 (10), 1727-1735. doi: 10.1080/01904160701615574

Influence of modified atmosphere packaging and postharvest treatments on quality retention of litchi cv. Mauritius

Sivakumar, Dharini and Korsten, Lise (2006). Influence of modified atmosphere packaging and postharvest treatments on quality retention of litchi cv. Mauritius. Postharvest Biology and Technology, 41 (2), 135-142. doi: 10.1016/j.postharvbio.2006.03.007

Evaluation of the integrated application of two types of modified atmosphere packaging and hot water treatments on quality retention in the litchi cultivar 'McLean's Red'

Sivakumar, Dharini and Korsten, Lise (2006). Evaluation of the integrated application of two types of modified atmosphere packaging and hot water treatments on quality retention in the litchi cultivar 'McLean's Red'. Journal of Horticultural Science and Biotechnology, 81 (4), 639-644. doi: 10.1080/14620316.2006.11512117

Semi-commercial evaluation of Bacillus licheniformis to control mango postharvest diseases in South Africa

Govender, Veloshinie, Korsten, Lise and Sivakumar, Dharini (2005). Semi-commercial evaluation of Bacillus licheniformis to control mango postharvest diseases in South Africa. Postharvest Biology and Technology, 38 (1), 57-65. doi: 10.1016/j.postharvbio.2005.04.005

Effect of different post-harvest treatments on overall quality retention in litchi fruit during low temperature storage

Sivakumar, Dharini, Regnier, Thierry, Demoz, Besrat and Korsten, Lise (2005). Effect of different post-harvest treatments on overall quality retention in litchi fruit during low temperature storage. Journal of Horticultural Science and Biotechnology, 80 (1), 32-38. doi: 10.1080/14620316.2005.11511887

Burdekin plum fruit leather processing and storage

Chen, Gengning, Sultanbawa, Yasmina, Netzel, Michael, Cozzolino, Daniel, Olarte Mantilla, Sandra and Sivakumar, Dharini (2024). Burdekin plum fruit leather processing and storage. Joint virtual workshop between the Centre for Nutrition and Food Sciences (CNAFS), Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation (QAAFI), The University of Queensland, Australia and the Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa, Promoting Health and Food Security with Indigenous Crops, Virtual, 5-6 March 2024.

Minerals and trace elements in broad-leaved Geebung (Persoonia stradbrokensis), an underutilised native Australian fruit

Zhang, Jiale, Sivakumaran, Dharini, Netzel, Michael E. and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2023). Minerals and trace elements in broad-leaved Geebung (Persoonia stradbrokensis), an underutilised native Australian fruit. Nutrition and Wellbeing in Oceania, Joint Conference of the Nutrition Societies of New Zealand and Australia, Auckland, New Zealand, 28 November-1 December 2023.

Phenolic compounds of Burdekin plum during fruit leather processing and storage

Chen, Gengning, Sultanbawa, Yasmina, Netzel, Michael E., Cozzolino, Daniel, Olarte Mantilla, Sandra Milena and Sivakumaran, Dharini (2023). Phenolic compounds of Burdekin plum during fruit leather processing and storage. Queensland Annual Chemistry Symposium (QACS), Brisbane, QLD, Australia, 24 November 2023.

Variation in fruit quality in HTSP-5 green bell pepper grown under different photo-selective nets

Mashabela, N. M., Sivakumar, D. and Soundy, P. (2016). Variation in fruit quality in HTSP-5 green bell pepper grown under different photo-selective nets. International Society for Horticultural Science. doi: 10.17660/ActaHortic.2016.1123.9